2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 283 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |